Hosted by the Academic Success Centre, RRC Polytech / LTC students (with CLB levels 6+) are invited to join the weekly English Conversation Circle to strengthen speaking skills, and build connection and confidence through communication practice.

No registration required, just drop in and join the conversation! 

• Tuesdays, 12-1pm at Exchange District Campus (EDC), Library Classroom P204
  • January 10th – February 14th 
• Fridays, 2-3pm online, click here to join with Webex. Join with your RRC Polytech email address please.
  • January 13th – February 17th 

Each week, the English Conversation Circle will practice different conversational speaking skills, including:

• Starting a Conversation
• Closing a Conversation
• Interrupting
• Resuming after an interruption
• Giving opinions
• Asking personal questions
• Keeping the Conversation Going
• Checking Comprehension

Conversation skills will be practiced around topics of interest to the group, including:

• Getting to know one another
• Family & Friends
• Winter activities
• Cultural practices
• Getting to know Winnipeg

To learn more, contact ealsupport@rrc.ca, or join our first sessions to participate! 

LTC Student Support Services is offering a new presentation that will help students to prepare for the upcoming RRC Polytech Students’ Association Career Fairs.

Join LTC Work Integrated Learning Coordinator, Chris Reeve, for a short online presentation about getting the most out of career fairs. Topics will include:

• What to expect
• What to bring
• How to make a good first impression
• How to introduce yourself
• and more!

• Tuesday, January 17th
  • 11:15am – 11:45am  Click here to join the meeting
  • 6:00pm-6:30pm  Click here to join the meeting

Don’t forget to check out the RRC Polytech Students’ Association Career Fairs!

• Notre Dame Campus – Wednesday, January 25, 10:00am-3:00pm
• Exchange District Campus – Thursday, January 26, 10:00am-3:00pm

Click here for more information.

The Academic Success Centre is offering a six-part online workshop series this term called Building Your Writing Foundation . The series is open to all RRC Polytech / LTC students with CLB levels 6+. The series includes six sessions that will equip you with foundational writing skills for your college success!

You are welcome to attend any or all of the six sessions. No registration is required, just log on!

Sessions will be held Wednesdays from 12:15-12:45pm on Webex. Log on for all workshops using this link.  Use your RRC Polytech credentials to join!

Workshop Series Schedule:

Questions? Contact writing@rrc.ca

Click here for more information on the ASC website.

If so, you won’t want to miss the University of Manitoba’s IEHP Hub event where you can learn about language training and resources available to IEHPs in Manitoba.

Here are the details:

• When: Monday, December 12, from 6-8pm
• Where: 319 Elgin Ave (Red River College Polytech – Language Training Centre), Roundhouse Atrium (second floor)
• What: There will be presentations from the University of Manitoba’s IEHP Hub and from some of our partners, including RRC’s language programs, The Newcomer Employment Hub, and SEED Winnipeg. Time for tours, door prizes, networking and asking questions will also be part of the agenda, and light refreshments (coffee/tea and cookies) will be provided.
• Please complete the RSVP Form HERE to confirm your attendance.

Please contact Daniel Plourde (Program Coordinator – IEHP Access Hub) at daniel.plourde@umanitoba.ca if you have any questions.

Students and staff are invited to help celebrate the formation of a new club at RRC Polytech, the Latin Identity Club.

Drop-in to experience music, dancing, tamales (for purchase) and a lot of positive energy!

• When: Monday, December 5th, from 12:00pm-2:00pm

• Where: Roundhouse, Manitou a bi Bii daziigae

Everyone is welcome!

This event is coordinated by the Latin Identity Club. For more information, please email Israel Sanchez (jsanchezsalazar@rrc.ca).

Join Tech Manitoba for a FREE event to assist tech professionals who are new to Canada or under-represented in tech, to refine their skills in order to secure rewarding careers in technology.

When: Thursday, Dec. 1, 2022 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Location: Virtual

For more information and event agenda, visit the Career Services site here, and click here to register.

Did you know that November is Career and Workforce Development Month in Manitoba? The goal of this initiative is to help inspire Manitobans and showcase the career and workforce development opportunities, supports and services that are available.

The following event is just a one example of what’s going on this week:

Canadian Workplace Culture Workshop
Location:  Immigrant Centre Manitoba
Fri, Nov 18, 2022 9:30am – 12:00pm 

Participants will learn what to expect in the Canadian Workplace relating to culture, communication, payroll, company policies, Employment Standards, Human Rights, SAFE Work, WCB, and Employment Insurance.
More Info:https://www.icmanitoba.com/services/employment/

For a full list of events, click here.

137 years ago, Louis Riel was executed for high treason on November 16, 1885. Today, we remember him as a leader and trailblazer of Métis rights. We commemorate his dedication to carving out a place for Métis people in Canada and want to take this opportunity to acknowledge Métis peoples’ historical and modern contributions to Canadian society.

To learn more about Louis Riel and the Métis people, watch The Métis in Canada or check out the many resources available through RRC Polytech’s Library OneSearch.

NEW Monday and Thursday Labs

Language Training Centre (LTC) Student Support Services is now offering two new Learning Labs for LTC permanent resident students.

LTC students seeking additional support can drop-in to any of the labs that are available each week:

• NEW* Monday Learning Lab from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in room 16 (Grace Mennonite Church).
• Tuesday Learning Lab from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in computer lab room P403 (Exchange District Campus).
• Wednesday Learning Lab from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in computer lab room W312 (Exchange District Campus).
• NEW* Thursday Learning Lab from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in computer lab room P404 (Exchange District Campus).
• Friday Learning Lab from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in room 16 (Grace Mennonite Church).

Please contact LTC Educational Assistant, Colette Thiessen, at cthiessen46@rrc.ca for more information.

RRC Polytech is dedicated to fostering an environment where all individuals are welcomed, respected, and supported to participate fully. We work every day to recognize the needs of students and employees and ensure the right conditions are in place so that each person can achieve their full potential.

In the spirit of Inclusion Week, we’d like to introduce spiritual support available for students and staff on the Notre Dame and Exchange District Campuses. The Reflection Rooms at RRC Polytech are spaces for personal or spiritual reflection, prayer, meditation, or individual contemplation. The Reflection Rooms are non-denominational spaces open to people of all religions, faiths, and/or spiritual practices.

Here are some important reminders to ensure that the space is used for its intended purpose:

• Please bring with you any items you may need for prayer, reflection etc.
• Due to space limitations, storage of these items is impossible. Take them with you when you go.
• Respect each other if more than one person is using the space.
• Respect the space. If you move anything, please put it back where it was found.
• Respect the scent-free policy of the College – use of incense, sage, or other such materials in this room is not permitted.
• No sleeping or napping in the room
• No eating or drinking in the room
• No telephone conversations, texting, attending virtual meetings, visiting with others, or using this space for small group meetings.
• Enjoy the space. Reflect. Recharge. Renew

LOCATIONS

Notre Dame Campus – Room A233

Exchange District Campus – Room P213

The spaces are open from 7 am to 5 pm, Monday – Friday.

For access after hours, students can contact Security Services at any of the locations and they will the space.

If you have any questions about the Reflection Room, please contact Lauren Dominici at D206 NDC, 204.632.2317 or ldominici@rrc.ca